HETERO
\hˈɛtɹə͡ʊ], \hˈɛtɹəʊ], \h_ˈɛ_t_ɹ_əʊ]\
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in comb. (before vowel heter-) =Greek heteros other, different, as: -chromous, of different colours; -gamous, irregular as regards stamens& pistils; -graphy, incorrect or inconsistent spelling; -morphic, of dissimilar forms; -morphism, diversity of form; -nomous, subject to different laws (of growth &c.), subject to an external law (cf. Autonomous); -nomy, presence of a different law, subjection to external law; -pathic, =Allopathic, also, differing in effect; -phyllous, bearing leaves of different forms on same plant; -taxy, abnormal disposition of organs or parts.
By Sir Augustus Henry
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Proto Oncogene Proteins c erbB 2
- cell surface protein-tyrosine kinase that is found to be overexpressed in significant number adenocarcinomas. It has extensive homology can heterodimerize EGF EPIDERMAL GROWTH FACTOR), 3 receptor (RECEPTOR, 3) and the 4 receptor. Activation of erbB-2 receptor occurs during heterodimer formation with a ligand-bound erbB family members. EC 2.7.11.-.